Understanding and Using the Bible

by Christopher J. H. Wright (Editor), Jonathan Lamb (Editor)

Overview

Understanding and Using the Bible is an engaging and exciting introduction to biblical methods and practices of study, edited by two trusted teachers in collaboration with a diverse array of contributors.</P><P>Part one explores key Christian beliefs about the Bible and why it matters, guides effective use and application of the Bible in different cultural and social contexts, teaches on right and wrong use of the Bible, models different possible ways of approaching and using the Bible with integrity, and encourages readers to take the Bible as a whole and build a biblical worldview. Part two illustrates examples of applied Bible use in different contexts with contributions from a variety of authors.</P><P>The International Study Guides (ISGs) are clear and accessible resources, contextual and ecumenical in content and missional in direction. The contributors are theological educators who come from different countries and different religious backgrounds and bring practical emphasis alongside contemporary scholarly reflection.</P>

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781506400280
Publisher:	Augsburg Fortress, Publishers
Publication date:	07/01/2015
Series:	International Study Guides
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	256
File size:	960 KB
Age Range:	18 Years

About the Author

Christopher J. H. Wright taught Old Testament at Union Biblical Seminary, India, before returning to All Nations Christian College, UK, where he was principal. Wright is now international director of the Langham Partnership International and on the staff of All Souls Church, Langham Place, London, England.

Jonathan Lamb is on the staff of Langham Partnership International and the author of several books.